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NewsletterLocal butcher Michael Fleming talks quality over quantity Is there a difference between organic and free range? Yes. The term “organic” used in meat labelling means that the animal has been fed only organic feed and been raised on organic land, with no chemical pesticides or use of antibiotics. “Free range” means that the animal […]
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Top tips to stay healthy and happy during the winter months
It’s easy to focus on fresh, seasonal eating during the summer months when fruit and vegetables are abundant, but we know from experience that it’s harder to motivate oneself during the winter. On cold, dark evenings, it can be tempting to sink into a comfortable routine of meat and quick-fix carbs – but with the […]
Get to know: Vinegars
Distilled white vinegar is the cheapest and most widely available type of vinegar. While it’s a bit too harsh for most recipes, it’s perfect for making pickles, and is commonly employed for uses other than eating such as sink-scrubbing and window-washing. BEST FOR: household cleaning. Malt vinegar is fermented from malted barley and is most […]
Get to know: Vinegars
Distilled white vinegar is the cheapest and most widely available type of vinegar. While it’s a bit too harsh for most recipes, it’s perfect for making pickles, and is commonly employed for uses other than eating such as sink-scrubbing and window-washing. BEST FOR: household cleaning. Malt vinegar is fermented from malted barley and is most […]
The ultimate guide to becoming a BBQ pitmaster!
Guest editor Rich Harris gave us his top tips for becoming a pitmaster. Why not put your BBQ skills to the test with our best classic barbecue menu here. Direct versus indirect grilling You’ll see that these recipes are either cooked over direct or indirect heat, or occasionally a combination of both. Read on to […]
How to: roast peppers
This foolproof method means you’ll never need to buy jarred red peppers again! 1 Preheat the oven to 230°C/210°C fan/gas mark 8 and place a rack in the upper half of the oven. Line a baking tray with tin foil. 2 Cut the peppers in half and remove the stems, seeds and membranes. Lay the […]
How to: make bruschetta
Bruschetta is that brilliantly simple Italian creation, perfectly suited for easy entertaining or a simple summer meal. Toasted slices of oiled bread, finished with fresh toppings. Bellissimo! It really is as simple as 1 – 2 – 3, so we’ll run down the steps to make sure you’ve got perfectly flavoursome, crunchy bruschetta every time. […]
The secrets behind recipe creation
One of the most-asked questions when I tell someone what I do for a living is how we come up with our recipes. There isn’t one straightforward answer to this, as they spring from many different sources. Probably the largest contribution comes from the fact that every member of our Food Team is really, really […]